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High School Diploma Instructor at ATHENA Consulting High School Diploma Instructor at ATHENA Consulting in New York, New York Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
OVERVIEW OF ATHENA ATHENA
Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients' Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees' Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers' needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.
Role Overview:
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic High School Diploma Instructor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective educational instruction to help our participants earn their high school diplomas, preparing them for future educational pursuits and professional success. This position is temp-to-hire with an hourly pay rate of $35.00 per hour. You must have reliable transportation to work on-site in Brooklyn, NY.
Key Responsibilities:
Curriculum Development:
Design and develop curriculum materials, lesson plans, and learning activities aligned with state educational standards to effectively teach high school-level subjects, including math, English, science, and social studies.
Instructional Delivery:
Deliver engaging and interactive lessons that cater to various learning styles and abilities, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all participants.
Assessment and Progress Tracking:
Create and administer assessments to evaluate participants' understanding of the material, track their progress, and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Individualized Support:
Identify participants' strengths, weaknesses, and learning needs, offering individualized instruction and support to help them succeed academically.
Classroom Management:
Maintain a structured and respectful classroom environment, ensuring participant safety, discipline, and adherence to program policies.
Collaboration:
Work closely with other instructors, program staff, and support services to address participants' academic and personal needs holistically.
Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and participant performance, and provide regular updates to program leadership and support services.
Professional Development:
Stay current with educational best practices, curriculum trends, and teaching methodologies to continuously enhance instructional effectiveness.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Teaching, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). New York State Teaching Certification in the appropriate subject area(s) for high school-level instruction. Proven experience in teaching high school-level subjects, preferably in alternative education settings, adult education, or similar programs. Strong classroom management skills and ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of participants. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Empathy and understanding of the unique challenges faced by young adults seeking to earn their high school diplomas. Proficiency in using educational technology and learning management systems.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with occasional overtime. Travel may be required. Work is performed in a routine office environment with no exposure to hazardous conditions. Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing, and may require some stooping, lifting, or carrying objects of light weight. The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
